by Paul Edelstein | Jan 14, 2026 | In memoriam
July 19, 1950 – January 1, 2026 Keith King was a Vietnam veteran, tireless advocate for veterans, and visionary leader whose life’s work transformed opportunity for veteran-owned businesses across the nation and around the world. Keith’s journey of service began...
by Paul Edelstein | Oct 20, 2025 | In memoriam
September 1, 1950 – June 16, 2025 Gary Hansen, a proud U.S. Army veteran and longtime member of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 9, passed away on June 16, 2025, at the age of 74. Gary served his country honorably in the United States Army from November 14, 1969,...
by Paul Edelstein | Jun 28, 2025 | Partnerships, Press Releases
A new exhibition at the Detroit Historical Museum is shining a light on the history, sacrifice, and continued service of the Vietnam Veterans of America Detroit Chapter #9, the first VVA chapter in Michigan and a nationally recognized force in veteran advocacy. Titled...
by Paul Edelstein | Jun 24, 2025 | Press Releases, Vietnam Veterans
A new exhibition at the Detroit Historical Museum is shining a light on the history, sacrifice, and continued service of the Vietnam Veterans of America Detroit Chapter #9, the first VVA chapter in Michigan. Titled “Welcome Home: Vietnam Veterans of America Detroit...
by Paul Edelstein | Feb 24, 2025 | In memoriam
March 16, 1947 – February 20, 2025 Bill Hitzelberger, 77, of Fraser, MI, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Detroit to the late Victor and Ann Hitzelburger, Bill was raised in Utica, which later became Sterling...
